As part of a major refresh of its home security cameras, Arlo has launched its first 360-degree range in Australia, the Essential Pan Tilt cameras.
Included in the brand’s more affordable ‘Essential’ lineup, Arlo’s Pan Tilt cameras include a $79 indoor version and a $119 weatherproof outdoor model. Both require a wired connection, unlike some of its battery-powered cameras.
Capable of detecting motion, the cameras provide 360-degree horizontal panning coverage, plus 180-degree vertical tilt movement. Like the rest of Arlo’s Essential range, the Pan Tilt cameras record 2K footage.
A couple of upgrades worth pointing out include dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and USB-C connectivity. Many existing smart home devices solely rely on the 2.4GHz network band, which can cause compatibility issues with modern home networks. Plus, the move to USB-C means less reliance on proprietary cables, which is always a good thing.
It’s also good news for Arlo owners who want to use a solar panel to provide ongoing power to their cameras. Instead of the convoluted existing setup of different panels for different cameras, Arlo is bringing out a new universal solar panel designed to work with nearly the entire brand’s security range. It’ll include different cable types to connect to older cameras, too.
Dual-band Wi-Fi also comes to updated Arlo Pro and Ultra cameras, as well. The new sixth-generation 2K Arlo Pro starts at $199 for one camera, while the third-generation 4K Arlo Ultra starts at $279 in Australia.
From there, much of the smart functionality comes from Arlo Secure, the brand’s subscription-based platform. Without MicroSD card support, Arlo’s stance is that cloud storage keeps footage available if a camera gets stolen or vandalised. Arlo Secure starts at $6.67 per month for basic features, and $15 per month for advanced AI functionality, like event captions and audio detection.
Arlo’s upgraded range, including the Essential Pan Tilt additions, launches in Australia on 13 October.
